3:48 lmao you had me at, "pop the hood" Impressive build man! I've been looking at brz's/86's, mustangs, camaros, is350s, q50s, 328is, TLX's, 1995-2006 corvette's, 2000-2006 911's and a ton more in-between. At the end of the day, I think I'll be settling on a S3. I had to relaize that hp, for myself, isnt the biggest deal. Its how the hp is transfered to the road. I wont pass 93 mph (on streets) so its all about the 0-60 times, handling and a manual transmission.
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thank you for watching man!! i appreciate the compliment!! i feel you bro i was considering a lot of different choices before this as well. and youll love an s3 it has the perfect mix of luxury, power, and style. and the amount of mods and power able to be added is almost endless!! lmk if and when you get one man!! good luck
@JacobSherwood2 жыл бұрын
Just a man and a dream🥲
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
wake me up 😭
@Beardchanics2 жыл бұрын
Lovely build man, mine still need turbo change, great platform to mod!
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thanks so much so taking the time to watch man! you’re so right ! these platforms are such fun to throw stuff at, they take it like a champ!
@TheFlyingPLiner2 жыл бұрын
Honestly if you do the math 16k over 24+ months = $666 per month. Some people spend that much on bar tabs. Plus when you sell the car you'll recoup 50%+ of those mod costs.
@Dop3Mojo2 жыл бұрын
🔥🔥
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
ur the man thanks so much for watching g! VAG LIFE WE UNITE !!
@chubby2872 жыл бұрын
Awesome build man, I have a 2018 S3 and this vid was super inspiring. Keep up the work! For the grille you showed, was that the exact one you bought? If it was, did it come with the ACC cutout? I can't find a good one with the ACC cutout. Thanks!
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thank so much !! i appreciate u for watching and the kind words!! s3 fam runs deep is the vibe i’ve been getting since coming to youtube!! i love it. what color? the grille i got was from china i forgot who sold it to me but it for sure came from china lol. although from china it did have the cutout and the fitment is pretty nice 😂🫶 . blackforest industries has another one similar if not the same!
@BistroGlicerin37 ай бұрын
Should do the same on my s3 🤘🙂🤙
@ashes_s39286 ай бұрын
hell ya it’ll wake up no doubt!
@anthonydote2 жыл бұрын
Imo, the 2019 s3 is superior. None of the garage around emissions and no touch screen bs. Perfect amount of tech
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thanks for watching !! i couldnt agree more man! digital dash and small infotainment is all we need
@anthonydote2 жыл бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 yessir! I've had mine stock for 2 years, sitting at 30k miles now, so ready to start modding😎
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
@@anthonydote hell ya man, dont hesitate to hmu for any questions or opinions!! cheers bro
@dallasjuarez55952 жыл бұрын
I look up to this guy to be honest
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thank you bro! i appreciate the kind words. it’s motivation at a much needed time my man 🫶
@Republic1ders Жыл бұрын
Trading paint haha! Nice build!
@ashes_s3928 Жыл бұрын
thanks so much for watch and taking the time to comment my man!! we were a little too close there huh 😂 i appreciate you, stay tuned for the water/meth injection video that’s coming! 🤫 all installed ready for a review vid !!
@MrChans_S32 жыл бұрын
Phew your car looks way better then mine 😂 jealous
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thanks bro! ur the goat for watching a few vids , means a lot🫶🫡!! what color combo you got going on??
@dontsugarcoat2729 Жыл бұрын
Where you get the window viaor?
@ashes_s3928 Жыл бұрын
weather tech has them on their website 🍻
@XpLiCiiTMedia Жыл бұрын
Hey dude, thanks for the video, really cool detailed insight. Question for you. I'm currently running a stage 1 14' S3 but wanting to get into the tuning world of this platform. The goal is an all out stage 2 BUT without buying a different turbo (would rather a holiday for 3.6k lol). So, my question to you is should I go all out and get every supporting mod for power increases aka full induction kit, all charge / inlet hoses, turbo elbow, sports cat downpipe, intercooler, upgraded coil pack, better spark plugs...the whole shebang? OR are there certain ones which are exponentially better value for money than others? if so what are your top 3 mods for biggest gains? Cheers from the UK!
@ashes_s3928 Жыл бұрын
thanks for watching man! and no problem i got you, my opinion would be these top 3: intercooler , FULL intake at least 3inch diameter with complimenting turbo inlet pipe (DBV2 or similar), and lastly a downpipe are going to give you the most gains for your buck, the charge pipes are a great way to increase flow but value wise with those 3 mods absolutely your ride will be a new one ! hope to hear the progress from you man cheers! good luck let me know if you have any other questions .
@XpLiCiiTMedia Жыл бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 amazing man, keep up the vids, let's see how far you end up taking this platform!
@henrismith747211 ай бұрын
I've got an S3 Cabriolet (8v also). 450 horsepower, which seems a little low but I went for the most responsive least laggy turbo on the market because I like usable power. I can add another 35-50 horsepower getting flexfuel setup. Reckon this would be noticeable?
@ashes_s392811 ай бұрын
if the tuner you use is suggesting 50whp then yes you would notice that , it’s a lot cleaner of a fuel for your engine in quite a few ways anyway. i love running it and the car loves it too.
@henrismith747211 ай бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 nah that's not wheel horsepower, plus I realised I'm almost at the limit of my turbo. I could get a turbo Technics v5 turbo and the E85 set-up which would allow me to make the maximum power the stock engine can handle but I don't track the car and I'm not sure it's worth losing some responsiveness for more power high up in the rev range.
@henrismith747211 ай бұрын
I'd be better off paying for some track time and some driving lessons to be honest. Excited to get some smaller wheels. My car is on stock 19 inch rims, and it's lowered 35mm. The roads around where I live aren't good enough for that set-up. I'm gonna get some 18s and new tyres. Thinking pilot sport 4s or 5. What's your favourite tyres for daily street use?
@ashes_s392811 ай бұрын
tbh i love the meat and traction the toyo r888s gave me. but i lived in cali where weather was always dry. if you need an all season i think the pilot sports to great, or the continental extreme or sport contact is a great tire as well
@brian98072 жыл бұрын
Great video man, absolutely killer setup your big bro the rs3 would be proud! Thinking about trading my gti for a s3 due to your vids! Thanks.
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thanks my dude!! i appreciate u taking the time to comment and watch , i have a mk4 gti i love it. what mk is urs? but hey now wouldn’t be a bad time to trade up to a s3 👀 sheeesh
@brian98072 жыл бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 no problem man I’m going to watch your drag video next. And I currently have a mk7 with stage 2 by IE, and other parts. It’s my little track car. But thinking about trying to upgrade to that Quattro!!
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
@@brian9807 vw familyy for lyfe either way lol! if ur in cali or texas we shall have to link up!
@brian98072 жыл бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 Like you said either way VW for lyfe. And We should Forsure meet up! I’m an hour down south from the Bay Area.
@boostedarmy10762 жыл бұрын
What fuel pump module did you use bro....im on a stage 3 tune in my 2015 s3 also...450 whp 400tq....my stock module is playing the fool so I'm going to upgrade it now...thanks for the info
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thanks for watching bro i appreciate you, heres a link to my fuel pump and module set up, hope it helps! correcto usually the lpfp is the culprit on these cars when reaching for that extra power.
Love your car bro, just picked up my s3 a week ago. Was wondering how your car is tuned or what program it’s on
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
much love man welcome to the s3 life!! i appreciate you, i’m on a United Motorsports pro flex tune!!
@QTTR0JET Жыл бұрын
How are the weather tech rain guards? They stick or clip on pretty good?
@ashes_s3928 Жыл бұрын
thanks for watching bro, the weather tech is kinda a task to put on but they stick great , have had them on for 2 years no issues.
@QTTR0JET Жыл бұрын
@Ashes_S3 hell yeah bro! Ima pick a set up. You have link to to the exect same one? Or is it only one they offer?
@ashes_s3928 Жыл бұрын
from what i saw it was the only ones available for the car! good luck man!
@ygalion2 жыл бұрын
just wonder puting that much power in s3 makes high chance for it to fall apart, but for that money you could get rs3. dont know just wondering
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
hey man thanks for watching , to answer your question IMO tbh it all depends on who and how you tune it. i have daily driven it like this for almost two years equating to 35k miles and i haven’t had any mishaps other than standard maintenance, but on that same token i have seen cars with less power grenade while doing highway speed. the safe bet is to build the motor. once built they are bullet proof up to 50psi +. i’m on stock motor so i sometimes worry but not much because my tuner at United Motorsports provided me with a safe conservative street tune. these little engines are quite welcoming to performance modifications it’s very surprising to say the least. thanks for your interest man i’m happy to answer anything else!
@ygalion2 жыл бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 thanks for detailed opinion. 2 years of daily driving is something, have heard that more than stage 2 for those engines is dramatic, but as i see you took care of your car and most important thing is to have fun. so i fish you luck and a lot of fun, hope to fet s3 for myself too
@killer_vette3512 жыл бұрын
@@ygalion more than stage 2 is not dramatic at all on these cars. You must be thinking of a different platform. It is really the wtq that should be worried abt. Which is why tuners keep it around 420 wtq
@Shiesty_Rs32 жыл бұрын
Whats needed to run e85 just mpi and lpfp ?
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
yessir! you’ll want a ethanol content sensor as well but for the expensive stuff those are the two main things you need! thanks for watching 💪
@LoXHumaN2 жыл бұрын
I didn’t see if you mentioned map sensors? I’m also local to four seasons and plan on making the switch when I go hybrid
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
yessir good looks i forgot about that! i do have the upgraded 4-5 bar map sensor on the charge pipe as well as the precision boost tap kit on the intake manifold! nice man i hope you enjoy it! what mk7 do you drive?
@LoXHumaN2 жыл бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 I havent changed my name, I had a mk7 GTi but I sold it and got an AWD A3. Currently fbo on e85 stock turbo. Saving up to either go hybrid on this or to make the switch to a golf r. I kind of miss having a hatchback haha
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
@@LoXHumaN fuck ya bro! that sick tho the quattro A3 are basically a S3 with a few mods and tune. If you stay A3 and want to go United tune i have the Haldex controller that is flashed by United just sitting around, its for more rear bias and foot pedal controls if you wanna buy it! its straight plug and play, take your haldex off and put this one on! check out their website it tells about the software and its compatability
@jimmybly26302 жыл бұрын
Yo sick video and fucking insane car, super jealous. Dream color and interior package. Does the carbon trim option only come on the 19s? Never seen it on the 17/18s.
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thanks so much bro!! i appreciate the kind words. tbh im not too sure if the carbon package was an exclusive option to 19 and up. I would assume it could be ordered when specing and just maybe noone did :(
@jimmybly26302 жыл бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 yeah I've been looking at used 17s/18s while I wait for my b5 s4 to sell and havnt found a carbon package, probably rare af. Would look soo clean with a carbon and alcatra flat bottom wheel !
@clivethompson23592 жыл бұрын
Like the video...where did you buy the windows visor..
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thank you clive! i appreciate your support. i bought the visors directly from weathertech.com i believe they have them under “side window deflectors” hope this helps !
@derrickgarcia3032 жыл бұрын
With all the mods add up. You can probably get an RS3
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thanks for watching fam! most definitely but then i’d be stuck with a stock one for a while lol n those r slow 😂😜
@BlamBar-qj8yh Жыл бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 Perfect response lol. The rs3 (especially the cost) is overrated IMO...
@ashes_s3928 Жыл бұрын
@@BlamBar-qj8yh i love the sound of them it’s undeniably unique and awesome but i agree with the idea that it isn’t original to make a fast rs3 as there are plenty of them compared to the 2.0t power plant. making the mqb fast just gives me honda vibes and it’s so much funner to pass someone in a 4 banger 🤣
@goltrackday11 ай бұрын
What times did 0-100 and 100-200km/h reach with these mods?
@ashes_s392811 ай бұрын
if my math is right to convert from mph it’s 3ish seconds and somewhere in the 7s
@goltrackday11 ай бұрын
@ashes_s3928 it's like 0-60mp/h and 60-130mp/h for you guys.
@danielolague94802 жыл бұрын
Where are you located? Nice s3 💯
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
i’m in SoCal rn , 661 area!! wbu?? thanks for tuning in bro
@danielolague94802 жыл бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 I’m in LA bro I’m like 30 min out from pacific German , we’ll catch some runs if your ever out here again . Hella clean s3
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
@@danielolague9480 hell ya! ill be in Orange soon for a fourseasons visit lets link! thanks fam
@Chocobohunter2 жыл бұрын
How is the car when doing pulls on the highway? Damn 500 is fast, mine really got stage 1+ tuned and i think my car in unbeatable lol
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
thanks for watching man much love!! for the 4 bangers these are, it gets up and goes nicely at highway speeds! definitely more punch than i was used to before that’s for sure haha! even stage 1 tunes make these things come alive i wouldn’t be surprised if you beat or kept up with all things on the road!
@Chocobohunter2 жыл бұрын
@@ashes_s3928 you're welcome, btw you didnt bother with an intake? Some people say its useless
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
@@Chocobohunter yea it wasn't a priority and given the price i went other routes/mods, but a custom intake is in the works! stay tuned for that video , it will be epic!
@beikoh2 жыл бұрын
I got a lot of questions, you got Instagram?
@ashes_s39282 жыл бұрын
yessir! @ashes_s3 link is also in the description for quick click!